How to Use fresh in a Sentence

fresh

1 of 3 adjective
  • She brought a fresh change of clothes.
  • She rose fresh from a good night's sleep.
  • He changed into a fresh shirt.
  • You can use either fresh or dried basil for this recipe.
  • The meat was kept fresh in the refrigerator.
  • And with that, a fresh set of bangs.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2026
  • Think crisp crust, bright sauce, fresh cheese and basil.
    — Gail Ciampa, The Providence Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
  • The play gave the Bills a fresh set of downs.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Sprinkle the fresh basil on top.
    — Linda Gassenheimer, Boston Herald, 24 June 2026
  • To feel fresh is to feel renewed.
    — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
  • And that hat was hiding a fresh 'do.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
  • What are the defining traits of a fresh scent?
    — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
  • Ready to sink your teeth into a fresh fish taco?
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Because that is when your mind is fresh and pure.
    — Sarah Hepola, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Platters of fresh fruit, cheese and muffins.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Sharp onions and fresh tomatoes cut through the fat.
    — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Not all produce needs to end up in the fresh aisle.
    — Ivanka Trump, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
  • The viaduct will also get a fresh coat of paint.
    — Cbs News Philadelphia Staff, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Open all your windows and let the fresh air flood in.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Top with walnuts, chia seeds, and fresh fruit.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 24 June 2026
  • Sometimes a shrub needs a chance to make a fresh start.
    — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
  • To keep your whole squash fresh for longer, a cool, dry spot is the best.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
  • Be alert and watch for fresh tracks, scat, and feeding sites.
    — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 10 June 2026
  • But call your agent or plan your own trip for even more fresh options.
    — Christopher Cameron, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2024
  • Strain either over fresh ice in a large rocks glass or up in a coupe.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Swap it out Just about any fresh berry works here, so do your thing.
    — Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 30 June 2023
  • So filling, yet doesn’t feel like a heavy meal and has a fresh taste.
    — Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The juice’s fresh notes of pear and rhubarb uplift any deep, earthy scent.
    — Kayla Greaves, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2023
  • So far, critics like it at 86% fresh.
    — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 27 May 2026
  • This way, your jack-o-lantern will remain fresh for trick-or-treaters.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025

fresh

2 of 3 adverb
  • This bread was baked fresh.
  • Look at our fresh-faced baby boy.
    — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 21 Jan. 2026
  • The mom of two looked fresh-faced and let her hair stay loose and curly.
    — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Lawrence went fresh-faced and kept her hair in a low ponytail.
    — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 7 Nov. 2022
  • Beets Beets are best bought fresh from late May to June.
    — Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 27 Apr. 2026
  • All the fish is fresh-caught, never frozen, and cleaned and fileted in-house.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2021
  • This isn't the first time the model has shared a fresh-faced selfie on the 'gram.
    — Kayleigh Roberts, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Apr. 2021
  • So that’s a clear blueprint for cleaning house and starting fresh.
    — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2026
  • That's to help deodorize and create a fresh-smelling scent, of course!
    — Andrea Crowley, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2022
  • This raft can be chunks of wet rotten wood, fresh cut live wood or anything in between.
    — Tim MacWelch, Outdoor Life, 29 Jan. 2023
  • At ThaiPop, everything has to be fresh-squeezed.
    — Alicia Underlee Nelson, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026
  • Some were quick to encourage Bieber to grab a razor and go fresh-faced.
    — Michael Nied, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
  • In the spirit of keeping them fresh-looking, dry shampoo is your best friend.
    — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 20 June 2022
  • This is one of the hardiest of the super-sweet, fresh-eating mandarins.
    — oregonlive, 13 Jan. 2022
  • Try it today and enjoy clean, fresh-looking clothes every day!
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2023
  • Amy Schumer is starting fresh on social media.
    — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 12 Nov. 2025
  • Both do well in terms of texture after a deep fry and offer a fresh-tasting fish most every time.
    — Jack Hennessy, Outdoor Life, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Both do well in terms of texture after a deep fry and offer a fresh-tasting fish most every time.
    — Jack Hennessy, Outdoor Life, 2 Mar. 2021
  • Apricot, lime and apple all converge in this fresh-tasting wine with a floral hint.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 14 June 2020
  • The vegetables were crisp and fresh-tasting and the taco chips were crunchy and flavorful.
    — cleveland, 22 July 2021
  • Conecuh ships their products all over with one-day shipping to ensure your products arrive fresh.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Ahead, Joanna Vargas shares the products that keep her fresh-faced.
    — Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 24 May 2022
  • The conchas and doughnuts arrive fresh from the oven every few minutes.
    — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Jan. 2026
  • Come for the stecca bread, a rustic focaccia-meets-baguette baked fresh each morning.
    — Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
  • Our panel liked its fresh-tasting herbs and flavorful bits of tomatoes and onions, as well as its brighter hue.
    — Emily Heil, Washington Post, 25 Jan. 2023
  • The recipe uses three kinds of ginger — ground, crystallized and fresh grated.
    — Chris Ross, Twin Cities, 11 Dec. 2019
  • Every item is made the night before by their team of bakers and sold fresh the following morning.
    — oregonlive, 14 Aug. 2023
  • Store toward the back of the fridge where temperatures are more consistent to keep it fresh longer.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Portion the sausage into 3- to 4-ounce patties, and freeze or eat fresh within the next 5 days.
    — Jean-Paul Bourgeois, Field & Stream, 12 Nov. 2019
  • If a fresh-smelling dog is the goal, Wahl Odor Control Shampoo won't let you down.
    — Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 8 Nov. 2022

fresh

3 of 3 noun
  • Two bits of new release news, one from last night and one fresh off the press.
    — Scott Mendelson, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2021
  • For an extra melty top, grate the Cheddar fresh.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
  • This will help prevent freezer burn and keep the icing fresh.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2023
  • Jenkins isn’t some greenhorn fresh to the world of money and crime.
    — Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2022
  • Creating a trail of flagstone will keep the mulch fresh for longer.
    — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Ceviche is a perfect way to serve scallops that are just-off-the-boat fresh.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, orlandosentinel.com, 27 June 2021
  • For a kid fresh out of high school, learning to cook even modest meals can be a daunting task.
    — Lauren Gray, Popular Mechanics, 16 June 2022
  • Dried thyme can be replaced with 1 tablespoon fresh.
    — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
  • But that’s going to be a big deal to keeping Overwatch 2 fresh.
    — Dallas News, 27 Apr. 2022
  • When paired with a half to full stick of butter, the crock creates an airtight seal that keeps the butter fresh.
    — Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2023
  • Their offense shortens the game, keeping the team’s defense fresh.
    — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2025
  • How does an actor keep the material fresh, night after night?
    — Peter Marks, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2023
  • The fruit is ideal for baking in pies, canning, drying, and eating fresh.
    — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026
  • But this year, with Sabia's death fresh in their memory, the team delivered its best run.
    — Matthew Conyers, courant.com, 29 July 2017
  • There’s also a whole-house water filter to keep your H20 fresh.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 June 2023
  • While traditional spices like cumin and chili powder bring in the flavor, cilantro and lime juice keep the dish fresh.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
  • In 2014, Nick joined the crew as an intern fresh off of a stint in rehab.
    — Emily Trainham , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 20 Dec. 2025
  • Iris, jasmine, and galbanum give it its floral-meets-fresh-and-powdery finish.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
  • The stainless steel grinding bowl is removable and comes with a storage lid to keep ground coffee fresh.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Think nourishing smoothies, fresh-from-the-boat fish tacos with hearty homemade green curries, and red lentil dahls.
    — Kelley Mullarkey, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2023
  • Pour the liquid into a spray bottle and treat your plants with it, reapplying when needed to keep the scent fresh.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Now the iPhone doesn't need those attachments; Stripe works just fine with an iPhone fresh out of the box.
    — Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 17 May 2022
  • His comments about running the ball more to keep his defense fresh created a stir on social media.
    — Dallas News, 3 Mar. 2023
  • The burgers arrive from the distributor fresh, not frozen, Pierce says.
    — Phillip Valys, sun-sentinel.com, 10 Nov. 2020
  • Maybe this frugality is meant to give Cruise different people to play against, and to keep the cast fresh.
    — Vulture, 13 July 2023
  • From cooling it properly to choosing the right containers, these tips will keep frozen soup tasting fresh.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026
  • The Aggies come into this contest fresh off a bye week after a close loss to Alabama.
    — Dallas News, 22 Oct. 2022
  • Instead, Bautista prefers working with trainers, mixing things up and keeping his routine fresh.
    — Aya Al-Hakim, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
  • Ingram likes the idea of having multiple capable edge rushers rotate in and keep each other fresh.
    — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2022
  • What the honey scent trend means for shoppers Comfort fragrances no longer have to mean baby-powder soft or laundry-fresh.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2026

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